Assessing Reproductive Hormones During Ovulation: Addressing Menstrual Issues And Gynecological Difficulties In Moradabad

Abstract

Introduction: Reproductive aging is characterized by variations in hormonal levels, which impact ovarian function and overall reproductive health. Monitoring these hormonal fluctuations, particularly during ovulation, provides valuable insights into reproductive health management. This study examines the influence of age on key reproductive hormones—estrogen, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and luteinizing hormone (LH)—across different reproductive stages among women in Moradabad.

Objectives: To assess the impact of age on estrogen, FSH, and LH levels during the ovulatory phase in women at varying reproductive stages and to understand how these age-related hormonal changes might reflect reproductive aging and ovarian reserve.

Methods: A cross-sectional design is used, involving 73 female participants divided into three age groups: early reproductive (12–21 years, n = 39), mid-reproductive (22–31 years, n = 18), and late reproductive (32–41 years, n = 16). Blood samples were collected during the peri-ovulatory phase, and hormone levels were measured using enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA). Statistical analysis, including one-way ANOVA, is performed to identify significant differences across age groups.

Results: Findings demonstrated significant differences in hormone levels across the three age groups (p < 0.001). Estrogen levels showed a marked decline with age, with the late reproductive group having 50% lower estrogen levels compared to the early reproductive group. Conversely, FSH and LH levels exhibited a progressive increase with age; the late reproductive group displayed FSH and LH levels up to 3.5 times higher than those in the early reproductive group.

Conclusions: These age-related hormonal fluctuations suggest a gradual decline in ovarian reserve and responsiveness, indicating a link to reproductive aging. The findings emphasize the importance of age-related monitoring of hormonal changes during ovulation to aid in reproductive health management and provide early intervention insights for different age groups.